41-133 2F

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41-133.2F
Type IRQ Directional Overcurrent
Negative Sequence Relay
Figure 1. Type IRQ Relay without Case (Rear View) *Figure 2. Type IRQ Relay without Case (Front View)
Type IRQ Directional Overcurrent 41-133.2F
Figure 3 .Time Overcurrent Unit (Front View). 1)Tap Block, 2) Time Dial, 3) Control Spring Assembly, 4) Disc, 5) Stationary
Contact Assembly, 6) Magnetic Plugs, 7) Permanent Magnet
The electromagnet has two series-connected polariz- the underside of the bridge and is attached to the
ing coils mounted diametrically opposite one another; moving contact arm by a spiral spring. The spring
two series-connected operating coils mounted dia- adjuster is also held in place by a spring type clamp.
metrically opposite one another; two magnetic
adjusting plugs; upper and lower adjusting plug clips, With the contacts closed, the electrical connection is
and two locating pins. The locating pins are used to
made through the stationary contact housing clamp,
accurately position the lower pin bearing, which is
to the moving contact, through the spiral spring out to
mounted on the frame, with respect to the upper pin
bearing, which is threaded into the bridge. The elec- the spring adjuster clamp.
tromagnet is secured to the frame by four mounting
screws. 2.2. Negative Sequence Filter
The moving element assembly consists of a spiral The current and voltage filters consist of reactors and
spring, contact carrying member, and an aluminum resistors connected together as shown in the internal
cylinder assembled to a moulded hub which holds schematic (Figure 4).
the shaft. The shaft has removable top and bottom
jewel bearings. The shaft rides between the bottom 2.3. Time-Overcurrent Unit (CO)
pin bearing and the upper pin bearing with the cylin-
The electromagnets for the types IRQ-5, IRQ-6, IRQ-
der rotating in an air gap formed by the electromag-
net and the magnetic core. 7, IRQ-8 and IRQ-9 relays have a main tapped coil
located on the center leg of an “E” type laminated
The bridge is secured to the electromagnet and structure that produces a flux which divides and
frame by two mounting screws. In addition to holding
returns through the outer legs. A shading coil causes
the upper pin bearing, the bridge is used for mount-
ing the adjustable stationary contact housing. The the flux through the left leg to lag the main pole flux.
stationary contact housing is held in position by a The out-of-phase fluxes thus produced in the air gap
spring type clamp. The spring adjuster is located on cause a contact closing torque.
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41-133.2F Type IRQ Directional Overcurrent
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185A096 184A996
Figure 4. Internal Schematic of the IRQ Relay Figure 5 .Sensitivity Curve of the Directional Unit (D)
The electromagnet for the type IRQ-2 and IRQ-11 2.5. Instantaneous Overcurrent Unit (I)
relays has a main coil consisting of a tapped primary The instantaneous overcurrent unit consists of an
winding and a secondary winding. Two identical coils induction cylinder type unit and a transformer. The
on the outer legs of the lamination structure are con- induction cylinder unit is similar in construction to the
nected to the main coil secondary in a manner so directional unit. The time phase relationship of the
that the combination of all the fluxes produced by the two air gap fluxes necessary for the development of
electromagnet result in out-of-phase fluxes in the air torque is achieved by means of a capacitor con-
gap. The out-of-phase air gap fluxes produced cause nected in series with one pair of pole windings.
a contact closing torque. The normally-closed contact of the directional unit is
connected across one pair of pole windings of the
2.4. Auxiliary Switch (CS-1 or TR-1) instantaneous overcurrent unit as shown in the inter-
nal schematics. This arrangement short-circuits the
The CS-1 switch is a small solenoid type dc switch. A
operating current around the pole windings, prevent-
cylindrical plunger, with a silver disc mounted on its
ing the instantaneous overcurrent unit from develop-
lower end, moves in the core of the solenoid. As the ing torque. If the directional unit should pick up for a
plunger travels upward, the disc bridges the silver fault, this short circuit is removed. allowing the
stationary contacts. The TR-1 is a telephone type instantaneous overcurrent contact to commence
relay. A tapped resistor is used to enable one to use closing almost simultaneously with the directional
the auxiliary switch on a 24, 48, 125 or 250 volt dc contact for high speed operation.
system connected per Figure 14. The operation of
The transformer is one of the saturating type for limit-
the CS-1 or TR-1 switch is controlled by the direc-
ing the energy to the instantaneous overcurrent unit
tional unit (D) which in turn directionally controls the at higher values of fault current and to reduce ct bur-
time-overcurrent unit (CO). When sufficient power den. The primary winding is tapped and these taps
flows in the tripping direction, the aux switch oper- are brought out to a tap block for ease in changing
ates and bridges the lag coil of the time-overcurrent the pickup of the instantaneous overcurrent unit. The
unit (CO) permitting this unit to operate. use of a tapped transformer provides approximately
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184A995 292B934
Figure 6 .Time Curve of the Directional Unit (D) Figure 7. Diagram of Test Connections of the Circuit
Closing Time Overcurrent Unit of the IRQ Relay
the same energy level at a given multiple of pickup relays are designated by specific numbers as indi-
current for any setting, resulting in a single time cated in the following chart (e.g., IRQ-8).
curve throughout the range of the relay.
Across the secondary is connected a non-linear Time Characteristics Designation
resistor known as a varistor. The effect of the varistor Short Time 2

is to reduce the voltage peaks applied to the overcur- Long Time 5
rent unit and phase shifting capacitor. Definite Time 6
Moderately Inverse Time 7
2.6. Indicating Contactor Switch Unit Inverse Time 8
Very Inverse Time 9
(ICS/I and ICS/T)
Extremely Inverse Time 11
The dc indicating contactor switch is a small clapper
type device. A magnetic armature, to which leaf-
spring mounted contacts are attached, is attracted to The relays are available in the following current
the magnetic core upon energization of the switch. ranges:
When the switch closes the moving contacts bridge
two stationary contacts, completing the trip circuit. Time Overcurrent Unit
Also during this operation two fingers on the arma- Range Taps
ture deflect a spring located on the front of the
.5 - 2.5 0.5 0.6 0.8 1.0 1.5 2.0 2.5
switch, which allows the operation indicator target to
2-6 2 2.5 3 3.5 4 5 6
drop. 4 - 12 4 5 6 7 8 10 12
The front spring, in addition to holding the target, pro-

vides restraint for the armature and thus controls the The time vs. current characteristics for the time over-
pickup value of the switch. currents unit are shown in Figures 15 to 21. These
characteristics give the contact closing time for the
3.0 CHARACTERISTICS various time dial settings when the indicated multi-
The time characteristics of the time overcurrent ples of tap value current are applied to the relay.
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290B264
Figure 8. Test Diagram for Calibration of the Negative Sequence Current Filter in the IRQ Relay
3.2. Trip Circuit

INSTANTANEOUS OVERCURRENT UNIT (I)
The relay contacts will safely close 30 amperes at
RANGE TAPS 250 volts dc and the seal-in contacts of the indicating
contactor switches will safely carry this current long
0.5 - 2 AMPS 0.5 0.75 1.0 1.25 1.5 2
1-4 1.0 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0 4.0 enough to trip a circuit breaker
2-8 2 3 4 5 6 8
4- 16 4 6 8 9 12 16 The indicating contactor switch has two taps that pro-
10 - 40 10 15 20 24 30 40 vide a pickup setting of 0.2 or 2 amperes. To change
20 - 80 20 30 40 48 60 80 taps requires connecting the lead located in front of
the tap block to the desired setting by means of a
The tap value is the minimum current required to just screw connection.
close the relay contacts.
3.3. Cylinder Unit Contacts
The time vs., current characteristics for the instanta-
The moving contact assembly has been factory
neous overcurrent unit is shown in Figure 13.
adjusted for low contact bounce performance and
should not be changed.
3.1. Directional Unit (D)
The set screw in each stationary contact has been
The directional unit minimum pickup is approximately
factory adjusted for optimum follow and this adjust-
0.76 volt-amperes (e.g., 0.19 volt and 4 amperes) in
ment should not be disturbed.
terms of negative sequence quantities applied at the
relay terminals at the maximum torque angle of 3.4. Trip Circuit Constants
approximately 98° (current leading voltage).
Indicating Contactor Switch
A typical sensitivity curve for the negative sequence 0.2 ampere taps - 6.5 ohms dc resistance
directional unit is shown in Figure 5. 2.0 ampere taps - 0.15 ohm dc resistance
The time vs., current characteristics for the direc- The auxiliary switch operating time is approximately
tional unit is shown in Figure 6. 5 milliseconds.
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290B560
Figure 9 .In Service Test Procedure for Verifying Proper External Connections
Where CT Neutral is Formed Within the Relay.
dc resistance: 1165 ohms for CS-1

1500 ohms for TR-1
! CAUTION
4.0 SETTINGS Since the tap block connector screw carries
4.1. Directional Unit (D) operating current, be sure that the screw is
turned tight.
No setting is required.
4.3. Instantaneous Reclosing
4.2. Time Overcurrent Unit (CO)
The time overcurrent unit settings can be defined The factory adjustment of the CO unit contacts pro-
either by tap setting and time dial position or by tap vides a contact follow. Where circuit breaker reclos-
setting and a specific time of operation at some cur- ing will be initiated immediately after a trip by the CO
rent multiple of the tap setting (for example, 4 tap set- contact, the time of the opening of the contacts
ting, 2 time dial position or 4 tap setting, 0.6 seconds should be a minimum. This condition is obtained by
at 6 times tap value current). loosening the stationary contact mounting screw,
removing the contact plate and then replacing the
To provide selective circuit breaker operation, a mini- plate with the bent end resting against the contact
mum coordinating time of 0.3 seconds plus circuit spring. With this change and the contact mounting
breaker time is recommended between a relay being screw tightened, the stationary contact will rest sol-
set and the relays with which coordination is to be idly against its backstop.
effected.
4.4. Instantaneous Overcurrent Unit (I)
The connector screws on the tap plate above the
time dial makes connections to various turns on the The only setting required is the pickup current setting
operating coil. By placing this screw in the various which is made by means of the connector screw
tap plate holes, the relay will just close its contacts at located on the tap plate. By placing the connector
the corresponding current in amperes, or as marked screw in the desired tap, the relay will just close its
on the tap plate. contacts at the tap value current.
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290B559
Figure 1 0 .In Service Test Procedure for Verifying Power External Connections
Where CT Neutral is Formed Externally.
moisture, excessive vibration and heat. Mount the
! CAUTION relay vertically by means of the rear mounting stud or

studs for the type FT projection case or by means of
Since the tap block connector screw carries the four mounting holes on the flange for the semi-
operating current, be sure that the screw is
flush type FT case. Either the stud or the mounting
turned tight.
screws may be utilized for grounding the relay. Exter-
4.5. Negative Sequence Filter nal toothed washers are provided for use in the loca-
No setting is required. tions shown on the outline and drilling plan to
4.6. Indicating Contactor Switch facilitate making a good electrical connection
(ICS/I and ICS-T) between the relay case, its mounting screws or studs
The only setting required on the ICS units is the as required for poorly grounded or insulating panels.
selection of the 0.2 or 2.0 ampere tap setting. This Other electrical connections may be made directly to
selection is made by connecting the lead located in the terminals by means of screws for steel panel
front of the tap block to the desired setting by means mounting or to the terminal stud furnished with the
of the connecting screw.
relay for thick panel mounting. The terminal stud may
4.7. Auxiliary Switch (CS-1 or TR-1) be easily removed or inserted by locking two nuts on
The only setting required on the aux unit is the selec- the stud and then turning the proper nut with a
tion of the required 24, 48, 125 or 250 voltage on the wrench.
tapped resistor. This connection can be made by
referring to Figure 14. For detail information on the FT case refer to I.L. 41-
076.
5.0 INSTALLATION
The relays should be mounted on switchboard pan- The external connections of the directional overcur-
els or their equivalent in a location free from dirt, rent relay are shown in Figure 12.
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290B551
Figure 1 1 .External Schematic of IRQ Relay
6.0 ADJUSTMENT AND MAINTENANCE 6.3. Directional Unit (D)
The proper adjustments to insure correct operation of 6.3.1. Contact Gap

this relay have been made at the factory. Upon The gap between the stationary contact and moving
receipt of the relay, no customer adjustments, other contact with the relay in the de-energized position;
than those covered under “SETTINGS”, should be should be approximately .020”.
required.
6.3.2. Sensitivity
6.1. Acceptance Check
Refer to the test diagram in Figure 12.
The following check is recommended to insure that
a. Apply a single-phase voltage VAB equal to 0.57
the relay is in proper working order.
volts (corresponds to a negative sequence input
6.2. Negative Sequence Filter voltage of .19 volts) and a single-phase current
equal to 6.93 amperes as shown (corresponds
The filters are adjusted for balance in the factory and to a negative sequence input current of 4
no further adjustments or maintenance should be amperes). With a phase angle meter connected
required. The nominal voltage and current output of as shown, rotate the phase shifter until the cur-
the filters on positive sequence is approximately rent leads the voltage by 188°. This corresponds
zero. This serves as a convenient check on the bal- to the negative sequence component of voltage
ance of the filters. If any two input leads to the poten- by 98°. The directional unit contact should pick
tial filter should be interchanged, a high voltage up within ±10% of the above voltage to the relay.
occurs across the output terminals of the filter. Simi- b. Next, apply 0.70 volts to terminals 15 (polarity)
larly, if any two of the phase leads to the input termi- and 16 with 14 connected to 16. Short terminals
nals of the current filter are interchanged, an output 9 and 5 and apply 6.93 amp current in 8 and out
current will be obtained. 4. Relay must operate.
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1 2
I A2 = --- ( 0 + a l – al )
3
l
I A2 = ------- ∠– 90°
3
for l = 6.93 amps I A2 = 4 ∠– 90° amps
6.3.3. Spurious Torque

With the relay connected in the test diagram as
above, remove the input voltage and connect termi-
nals 14, 15, and 16 together. Remove the phase
angle meter. With 80 amperes single-phase current
applied, there should be no spurious closing torque.
6.3.4. Apply 120 volts balance 3φ voltage, 60

Hz to terminals 14, 15 and 16 of the
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relay.
184A599
Do not apply current. No trip should be observed for
Figure 1 2 .Test Diagram for Checking MaximumTorque this condition. Reverse the voltage to terminals 14
Angle and Minimum Voltage for Contact and 15: No trip should be observed.
Closure of the Directional Unit.
c. Repeat test (b) with 14 connected to 15, 5 con- 6.3.5. Refer to Figure 8.
nected to 7 and polarity on 16, 0.70 volts to ter-
Do not apply voltage. Pass 5 amps in terminal 6 and
minals 16 and 14, and 6.93 amp current in 4 and
out terminal 8. There should be no trip. Reverse the
out 6.
current: no trip.
For relay with fault detector. Test as per (a) to (c)
except apply .75 for test (a) and 0.90 volts for test (b) 6.4. Time Overcurrent Unit (CO)
and (c).
6.4.1. Contacts
The above quantities are determined as follows:
The index mark on the movement frame will coincide
V A2 = Neg. Sequence Voltage with the “0” mark on the time dial when the stationary
contact has moved through approximately one-half of
1 2 its normal deflection. Therefore, with the stationary
V A2 = --- ( V AN + a V BN + a V CN )
3 contact resting against the backstop, the index mark
is offset to the right of the “0” mark approximately
V A2 = ---  --- V AB – --- a V AB - --- a V AB
1 2 1 2 1
.020”. The placement of the various time dial posi-
33 3 3 
tions in line with the index mark will give operating
V AB 2 1 2 1 times as shown on the respective time-current
V A2 = -----------  --- – --- a – --- a curves.
3 3 3 3 
6.4.2. Minimum Trip Current
V AB
V A2 = ----------- Set the time dial to position 6 with the auxiliary switch
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(CS-1 or TR-1) contacts blocked closed, alternately
for VAB = 0.57 volts, V A2 = 0.19 volts apply tap value current plus 3% and tap value current
minus 3%. The moving contact should leave the
1 2 backstop at tap value current plus 3% and should
I A2 = --- ( I A + a I B + aI C )
3 return to the backstop at tap value current minus 3%.
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184A946
Figure 13. Typical Time Curve of the Instantaneous Overcurrent Unit
6.4.3. Time Curve The pickup of the overcurrent unit can be checked by
Table 1 shows the time curve calibration points for inserting the tap screw in the desired tap hole and
the various types of relays. With the time dial set to applying rated tap value current. The contact should
the indicated position apply the current specified by close within ±5% of the tap value current.
Table 1 (e.g., for the IRQ-2, 3 and 20 times tap value 6.6. Indicating Contactor Switches
current), and measure the operating time of the relay. (ICS/I and ICS/T)
The operating times should equal those of Table 1
a. Close the contacts of the CO and pass sufficient
plus or minus 5 percent.
dc current through the trip circuit to close the
For Type IRQ-11 relay only, the 1.30 times tap value contacts of (ICS/T). This value of current should
operating time from the number 6 time dial position is not be greater than the particular (ICS/T) tap set-
54.9 ±5% seconds. It is important that the 1.30 times ting being used. The operation indicator target
tap value current be maintained accurately. The should drop freely, bringing the letter “T” into
maintaining of this current accurately is necessary view.
because of the steepness of the slope of the time- b. Close the contacts of the instantaneous overcur-
curve characteristics (Fig. 21). A 1% variation in the rent (I) and the directional (D) units. Pass suffi-
1.30 times tap value current (including measuring cient dc current through the trip circuit to close
instrument deviation) will change the nominal operat- the contacts of (ICS/I). This value of current
ing time by approximately 4%. should not be greater than the particular (ICS/I)
tap setting being used. The operation indicator
6.5. Instantaneous Overcurrent Unit (I)
target should drop freely, bringing the letter “I”
6.5.1. Contact Gap into view
The gap between the stationary and moving contacts c. The contact gap should be approximately .047”
with the relay in the de-energized position should be between the bridging moving contact and the
approximately.020”. adjustable stationary contacts. The bridging
moving contact should touch both stationary
contacts simultaneously.
The normally closed contact of the directional unit
should be blocked open when checking the pickup of 6.7. Routine Maintenance
the overcurrent unit. All relays should be inspected periodically and the
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time of operation should be checked at least once 6.10. Negative Sequence Current Filter
every year or at such other time intervals as may be Refer to Fig. 8 for positive sequence calibration.
dictated by experience to be suitable to the particular
application. a. Connect relay terminals 7 and 9 together.
Remove lead to lower right hand terminal of
If an additional time check is desired, pass second- mutual reactor (right side view) to disconnect the
ary current through the relay and check the time of direction unit.
operation. It is preferable to make this at several
b. Pass 10 amperes in terminal 6 and out terminal
times pick-up current at an expected operating point
8.
for the particular application. For th e.5 to 2.5 ampere
range IRQ-5 and IRQ-6 induction unit use the alter- c. With a 0-15 volts, high resistance voltmeter,
native test circuit in Figure 7 as these relays are measure and record voltage between terminals
affected by a distorted wave form. With this connec- 6 and the lower right hand terminal of mutual
tion the 25/5 ampere current transformers should be reactor. This voltage should be between 1.85
worked well below the knee of the saturation (i.e., and 1.95 volts.
use 10L50 or better). d. Now measure the voltage from terminal 6 to ter-
minal 7. Adjust the top filter resistor tap until this
All contacts should be periodically cleaned. A contact
voltage is 1.73 times the reading of part C.
burnisher #182A836H01 is recommended for this
Refer to Fig. 8 for neutral tap calibration
purpose. The use of abrasive material for cleaning
contacts is not recommended, because of the danger Using the test connections as shown and a low range
of embedding small particles in the face of the soft voltmeter connected between terminal 6 and 7,
silver and thus impairing the contact. adjust the middle filter resistor tap connection until
the measured voltage is zero. Reconnect lead to
6.8. Calibration
mutual reactor at end of this test.
Use the following procedure for calibrating the relay if
6.11. Directional Unit (D)
the relay has been taken apart for repairs or the
adjustments have been disturbed. This procedure a. The upper bearing screw should be screwed
should not be used unless it is apparent that the relay down until there is approximately .025” clear-
is not in proper working order. (See “Acceptance ance between it and the top of the shaft bearing.
Check”). The upper pin bearing should then be securely
locked in position with the lock nut.
6.9. Negative Sequence Voltage Filter b. Contact gap adjustment for the directional unit is
a. Apply 120 volts balanced 3 phase voltage 60 made with the moving contact in the reset posi-
Hertz to terminals 14, 15, and 16 of the relay, tion, i.e., against the right side of the bridge.
making sure that phase A, B, and C of the Advance the right hand stationary contact until
applied voltage is connected to terminals 14, 15, the contacts just close. Then advance the sta-
and 16 respectively. tionary contact and additional one-half turn.
b. Using a calibrated high resistance voltmeter, Now move in the left hand stationary contact
measure the voltage between the tap on the until it just touches the moving contact. Then
auto-transformer (middle terminal, lower-right back off the stationary contact 3/4 of one turn for
hand reactor, rear view of Figure 1 and the tap a contact gap of .020” to .024”. The clamp hold-
on the adjustable 2” resistor on the upper right ing the stationary contact housing need not be
hand corner of Figure 2. If the voltage is high (40 loosened for the adjustment since the clamp uti-
to 50 volts) the filter is probably improperly con- lizes a spring-type action in holding the station-
nected, the voltage will be low. Using a low ary contact in position.
range (approximately 5 volts) move the adjust- c. The sensitivity adjustment is made by varying
able tap until the voltage reads a minimum. This the tension of the spiral spring attached to the
value should be less than 1.5 volts. moving element assembly. The spring is
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adjusted by placing a screwdriver or similar tool unit. Recheck on balanced, 3 phase, 120V posi-
into one of the notches located on the periphery tive sequence voltage. Relay must not operate.
of the spring adjuster and rotating it. The spring
adjuster is located on the underside of the bridge 6.12. Instantaneous Overcurrent Unit (1)
and is held in place by a spring type clamp that
does not have to be loosened prior to making the a. The upper pin bearing should be screwed down
necessary adjustments. until there is approximately .025” clearance
between it and the top of shaft bearing. The
The spring is to be adjusted such that the con- upper pin bearing should then be securely
tacts will close when the relay is energized 0.57 locked in position with the lock nut. The lower
volts and 6.93 amps at 188° (current leading bearing position is fixed and cannot be adjusted.
voltage), considering the relay connected to the
test circuit in Figure 12. b. The contact gap adjustment for the overcurrent
d. The magnetic plugs are used to reverse any unit is made with the moving contact in the reset
unwanted spurious torques that may be present position, i.e., against the right side of the bridge.
when the relay is energized on current alone. Move in the left hand stationary contact until it
just touches the moving contact then back off the
The reversing of the spurious torques is accom-
stationary contact 2/3 of one turn for a gap of
plished by using the adjusting plugs in the follow-
approximately .020”. The clamp holding the sta-
ing manner:
tionary contact housing need not be loosened for
1) Connect the relay voltage circuit terminals the adjustment since the clamp utilizes a spring-
(phase A, B, and C) together. type action in holding the stationary contact in
2) Apply 80 amperes single-phase current position.
(momentarily) in phase B terminal and out
c. The sensitivity adjustment is made by varying
phase C terminal.
the tension of the spiral spring attached to the
Plug adjustment is then made per Table 2 such that moving element assembly. The spring is
any contact closing spurious torques are reversed. adjusted by placing a screwdriver or similar tool
The plugs are held in position by upper and lower into one of the notches located on the periphery
plug clips. These clips need not be disturbed in any
of the spring adjuster and rotating it. The spring
manner when making the necessary adjustment.
adjuster is located on the underside of the bridge
The magnetic plug adjustment may be utilized to and is held in place by a spring-type clamp that
positively close the contacts on current alone. This does not have to be loosened prior to making the
may be desired on some installations in order to necessary adjustments.
insure that the relay will always trip the breaker on
Before applying current, block open the normally-
zero potential.
closed contact of the directional unit. Insert the tap
e. The core adjustment is made as follows: screw in the minimum value tap setting and adjust
Relay must not trip with 120 Vφ-φ Positive the spring such that the contacts will close as indi-
Sequency voltage only applied to terminals 14, cated by a neon lamp in the contact circuit when
15, and 16 must not trip when terminals 14 and energized with the required current. The pick up of
15 are reversed. the overcurrent unit with the tap screw in any other
tap should be within ±5% of tap value.
If trip is observed for either condition, proceed as
follows: If adjustment of pickup current in between tap set-
With balance 120V, 3 phase 60 Hz voltage tings is desired, insert the tap screw in the next low-
applied to terminals 14, 15 and 16 adjust core est tap setting and adjust the spring as described. It
until the contact arm just restrains. The core can should be noted that this adjustment results in a
be adjusted by the use of an insulated screw- slightly different time characteristic curve and bur-
driver in the slots at the bottom of the cylinder den.
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6.13. Time Overcurrent Unit (CO)

6.13.1. Contacts
The index mark on the movement frame will coincide
with the “0” mark on the time dial when the stationary
contact has moved through approximately one-half of
its normal deflection. Therefore, with the stationary
contact resting against the backstop, the index mark
is offset to the right of the “0” mark by approximately
.020”. The placement of the various time dial posi-
tions in line with the index mark will give operating
times as shown on the respective time-current
curves.
The adjustment of the spring tension in setting the
minimum trip current value of the relay is most con-
veniently made with the damping magnet removed.
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With the time dial set on “0” wind up the spiral spring 184A316
by means of the spring adjusted until approximately 6
Figure 14. Selection of Proper Voltage Tap for Auxiliary
3/4 convolutions show.
Switch (CS-1) Operation
Set the relay on the minimum tap setting, the time
pick-up of the relay. This check is to be made after
dial to position 6.
the 2 times tap value adjustment has been com-
With the auxiliary switch (CS-1 or TR-1) contacts pleted.
blocked closed, adjust the control spring tension so
Apply the indicated current per Table 1 for the elec-
that the moving contact will leave the backstop at tap
tromagnet plug adjustment (e.g., IRQ-8, 20 times tap
value current +1.0% and will return to the backstop at
value) and measure the operating time. Adjust the
tap value current -1.0%.
proper plug until the operating time corresponds to
6.13.3. Time Curve Calibration – Install the the value in Table 1 (Withdrawing the left hand plug,
permanent magnet front view increases the operating time and with-
Apply the indicated current per Table 1 for perma- drawing the right hand plug, front view, decreases
nent magnet adjustment (e.g., IRQ-8, 2 times tap the time.) In adjusting the plugs, one plug should be
value) and measure the operating time. Adjust the screwed in completely and the other plug run in or
permanent magnet keeper until the operating time out until the proper operating time has been
corresponds to the value of Table 1. obtained.
For Type IRQ-11 relay only, the 1.30 times tap value Recheck the permanent magnet adjustment. If the
operating time from the number 6 time dial position is operating time for this calibration point has changed,
54.9 ±5% seconds. It is important that the 1.30 times readjust the permanent magnet and then recheck the
tap value current be maintained accurately. The electromagnet plug adjustment.
maintaining of this current accurately is necessary
because of the steepness of the slope of the time- 6.14. Indicating Contactor Switches (ICS/I) and
current characteristics (Fig. 21). A 1% variation in the (ICS/T)
1.30 times tap value current (including measurement a. Close the contacts of the CO and the directional
deviation) will change the nominal operating time by unit and pass sufficient dc current through the
approximately 4% if the operating time at 1.3 times trip circuit to close the contacts of the (ICS/T).
tap value is not within these limits, a minor adjust- This value of current should not be greater than
ment of the control spring will give the correct operat- the particular (ICS/T0 tap setting being used.
ing time without any undue effect on the minimum The operation indicator target should drop freely
14
bringing the letter “T” into view. the play in the assembly is taken up, and where the
moving core just separates from the stationary core
b. Close the contacts of the CO and the directional
unit and pass sufficient dc current through the screw. Back off the core screw approximately one
trip circuit to close the contacts of the (ICS/T). turn and lock in place. This prevents the moving core
This value of current should not be greater than from striking and sticking to the stationary core
the particular (ICS/T) tap setting being used. The because of residual magnetism. Adjust the contact
operation indicator target should drop freely clearance for 3/64” by means of the two small nut(s)
bringing the letter “T” into view. on either side of the Micarta disc.
c. Close contacts of instantaneous overcurrent unit
The TR-1 unit does not require adjustments.
(I) and directional unit (D). Pass sufficient dc cur-
rent through the trip circuit to close contacts of
Connect lead (A) to proper terminal per Figure 14.
the (ICS/I). This value of current should not be
Block directional unit (D) contacts close and energize
greater than the particular (ICS/I) tap setting
trip circuit with rated voltage. Contacts of auxiliary
being used. The operation indicator target
switch (CS-1 or TR-1) should make as indicated by a
should drop freely bringing the letter “I” into view.
neon lamp in the contact circuit.
6.15. Auxiliary Switch (CS-1 or TR-1)
Adjust the stationary core of the CS-1 switch for a 7.0 RENEWAL PARTS
clearance between the stationary core and the mov-
ing core when the switch is picked up. This can be Repair work can be done most satisfactorily at the
done by turning the relay upside-down. Then screw factory. However, interchangeable parts can be fur-
the core screw up until the moving core starts rotat- nished to the customers who are equipped for doing
ing. Now back off the core screw until the moving repair work. When ordering parts, always give the
core stops rotating. This indicates the points when complete nameplate data.
Table 1:
TIME CURVE CALIBRATION DATA - 60 HERTZ
PERMANENT MAGNET ADJUSTMENT ELECTROMAGNET PLUGS
CURRENT CURRENT
TIME TIME OPERATING OPERATING
(MULTIPLES (MULTIPLES
OVERCURRENT UNIT DIAL TIME TIME
OF TAP OF TAP
TYPE POSITION SECONDS SECONDS
VALUE) VALUE)
IRQ-2 6 3 0.57 20 0.22
IRQ-5 6 2 37.80 10 14.30
IRQ-6 6 2 2.46 20 1.19
IRQ-7 6 2 4.27 20 1.11
IRQ-8 6 2 13.35 20 1.11
IRQ-9 6 2 8.87 20 0.65
IRQ-11 6 2 11.27 20 0.24
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Table II:
DIRECTIONAL UNIT CALIBRATION ‡
RELAYING RATING CURRENT AMPERES BOTH PUGS IN CONDITION ADJUSTMENT
Spurious Torque in Contact Closing Right (Front View) Plug Screwed Out
All Ranges 80
Direction (Left Front View) Until Spurious Torque is Reversed.
Spurious Torque in Contact Opening Left (Front-View) Plug Screwed Out

Direction (Right Front View) (Con- Until Spurious Torque is in Contact
All Ranges 80 tacts remain open) Closing Direction. Then the Plug is
Screwed in Until Spurious Torque is
Reversed.
‡ Short circuit the voltage polarizing circuit at the relay terminals before making the above adjustment.
ENERGY REQUIREMENTS
IRQ-2 TIME OVERCURRENT UNITS
VOLT AMPERES **
ONE AT 20
SECOND AT AT 3 TIMES AT 10 TIMES TIMES TAP
AMPERE CONTINUOUS RAT- RATING * POWER FAC- TAP VALUE TAP VAlUE TAP VALUE VALUE
RANGE TAP ING (AMPERES) (AMPERES) TOR ANGL EØ CURRENT CURRENT CURRENT CURRENT
0.5 0.91 28 58 4.8 39.6 256 790
0.6 0.96 28 57 4.9 39.8 270 851
0.8 1.18 28 53 5.0 42.7 308 1024
0.5/2.5 1.0 1.37 28 50 5.3 45.4 348 1220
1.5 1.95 28 40 6.2 54.4 435 1740
2.0 2.24 28 36 7.2 65.4 580 2280
2.5 2.50 28 29 7.9 73.6 700 2850
2.0 3.1 110 59 5.04 38.7 262 800
2.5 4.0 110 55 5.13 39.8 280 920
3.0 4.4 110 51 5.37 42.8 312 1008
2/6 3.5 4.8 110 47 5.53 44.2 329 1129
4.0 5.2 110 45 5.72 46.0 360 1216
5.0 5.6 110 41 5.90 50.3 420 1500
6.0 6.0 110 37 6.54 54.9 474 1800
4.0 7.3 230 65 4.92 39.1 268 848
5.0 8.0 230 50 5.20 42.0 305 1020
6.0 8.8 230 47 5.34 44.1 330 1128
4/12 7.0 9.6 230 46 5.53 45.8 364 1260
8.0 10.4 230 43 5.86 49.9 400 1408
10.0 11.2 230 37 6.6 55.5 470 1720
12.0 12.0 230 34 7.00 62.3 528 2064
* Thermal capacities for short times other than one second may be calculate on the basis of time being inversely proportional to the square of the current.
Ø Degrees current lags voltage at tap value current.
** Voltages taken with Rectox type voltmeter.
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ENERGY REQUIREMENTS
IR Q -5 , I R Q- 6, TI M E OV E R CU R RE N T UN I TS
ONE VOLT AMPERES **

CONTINUOUS POWER
AMPERE SECOND AT AT 3 TIMES AT 10 TIMES AT 20 TIMES
TAP RATING FACTOR
RANGE RATING * TAP VALUE TAP VALUE TAP VALUE TAP VALUE
(AMPERES) ANGLE Ø
(AMPERES) CURRENT CURRENT CURRENT CURRENT
0.5 2.7 88 69 3.92 20.6 103 270
0.6 3.1 88 68 3.96 20.7 106 288
0.8 3.7 88 67 3.96 21 114 325
0.5/2.5 1.0 4.1 88 66 4.07 21.4 122 360
1.5 5.7 88 62 4.19 23.2 147 462
2.0 6.8 88 60 4.30 24.9 168 548
2.5 7.7 88 58 4.37 26.2 180 630
2 8 230 67 3.88 21 110 308
2.5 8.8 230 66 3.90 21.6 118 342
3 9.7 230 64 3.93 22.1 126 381
2/6 3.5 10.4 230 63 4.09 23.1 136 417
4 11.2 230 62 4.12 23.5 144 448
5 12.5 230 59 4.20 24.8 162 540
6 13.7 230 57 4.38 26.5 183 624
4 16 460 65 4.00 22.4 126 376
5 18.8 460 63 4.15 23.7 143 450
6 19.3 460 61 4.32 25.3 162 531
4/12 7 20.8 460 59 4.35 26.4 183 611
8 22.5 460 56 4.40 27.8 204 699
10 25 460 53 4.60 30.1 247 880
12 28 460 47 4.92 35.6 288 1056
ENERGY REQUIREMENTS
I RQ -7 , T IM E O V E RC U RR E N T UN I TS
VOLT AMPERES **
ONE
CONTINUOUS POWER AT 3 TIMES
AMPERE SECOND AT AT 10 TIMES AT 20 TIMES
TAP RATING FACTOR TAP 19
RANGE RATING * TAP VALUE TAP VALUE TAP VALUE
(AMPERES) ANGLE Ø
(AMPERES) CURRENT CURRENT CURRENT
CURRENT
0.5 2.7 88 68 3.88 207 103 278
0.6 3.1 88 67 3.93 20.9 107 288
0.8 3.7 88 66 3.93 21.1 114 320
0.5/2.5 1.0 4.1 88 64 4.00 21.6 122 356
1.5 5.7 88 61 4.08 22.9 148 459
2.0 6.8 88 58 4.24 24.8 174 552
2.5 7.7 88 56 4.38 25.9 185 640
2 8 230 66 4.06 21.3 111 306
2.5 8.8 230 63 4.07 21.8 120 342
3 9.7 230 63 4.14 22.5 129 366
2/6 3.5 10.4 230 62 4.34 23.4 141 413
4 11.2 230 61 4.34 23.8 149 448
5 12.5 230 59 4.40 25.2 163 530
6 13.7 230 58 4.62 27 183 624
4 16 460 64 4.24 22.8 129 392
5 18.8 460 61 4.30 24.2 149 460
6 19.3 460 60 4.62 25.9 168 540
4/12 7 20.8 460 58 4.69 27.3 187 626
8 22.5 460 55 4.80 29.8 211 688
10 25 460 51 5.20 33 260 860
12 28 460 46 5.40 37.5 308 10328

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E N E R GY RE Q UI R E M E N TS
I RQ -8 , I RQ -9 , T I M E O V E RCURR E N T UN IT S
VOLT AMPERES **
ONE
CONTINUOUS SECOND POWER AT AT 3 TIMES AT 10 TIMES AT 20 TIMES
AMPERE RATING RATING * FACTOR TAP VALUE TAP value TAP VALUE TAP VALUE
RANGE TAP (AMPERES) (AMPERES) ANGLE Ø CURRENT CURRENT CURRENT CURRENT
0.5 2.7 88 72 2.38 21 132 350
0.6 3.1 88 71 2.38 21 134 365
0.8 3.7 88 69 2.40 21.1 142 400
0.5/2.5 1.0 4.1 88 67 2.42 21.2 150 440
1.5 5.7 88 62 2.51 22 170 530
2.0 6.8 88 57 2.65 23.5 200 675
2.5 7.7 88 53 2.74 24.8 228 800
2 8 230 70 2.38 21 136 360
2.5 8.8 230 66 2.40 21.1 142 395
3 9.7 230 64 2.42 21.5 149 430
2/6 3.5 10.4 230 62 2.48 22 157 470
4 11.2 230 60 2.53 22.7 164 500
5 12.5 230 58 2.64 24 180 580
6 13.7 230 56 2.75 25.2 198 660
4 16 460 68 2.38 21.3 146 420
5 18.8 460 63 2.46 21.8 158 480
6 19.3 460 60 2.54 22.6 172 550
4/12 7 20.8 460 57 2.62 23.6 190 620
8 22.5 460 54 2.73 24.8 207 700
10 25 460 48 3.00 27.8 248 850
12 28 460 45 3.46 31.4 292 1020
E N E R GY RE Q UI R E M E N TS
I RQ -1 1, TI M E OV E R CU R RE N T U NI TS
VOLT AMPERES **
ONE
CONTINUOUS SECOND POWER AT AT 3 TIMES AT 10 TIMES AT 20 TIMES
AMPERE RATING RATING * FACTOR TAP VALUE TAP VALUE TAP VALUE TAP VALUE
RANGE TAP (AMPERES) (AMPERES) ANGLE Ø CURRENT CURRENT CURRENT CURRENT
0.5 1.7 56 36 0.72 6.54 71.8 250
0.6 1.9 56 34 0.75 6.80 75.0 267
0.8 2.2 56 30 0.81 7.46 84.0 298
0.5/2.5 1.0 2.5 56 27 0.89 8.30 93.1 330
1.5 3.0 56 22 1.13 10.04 115.5 411
2.0 3.5 56 17 1.30 11.95 136.3 502
2.5 3.8 56 16 1.48 13.95 160.0 610
2 7.0 230 32 0.73 6.30 74.0 264
2.5 7.8 230 30 0.78 7.00 78.5 285
3 8.3 230 27 0.83 7.74 84.0 309
2/6 3.5 9.0 230 24 0.88 8.20 89.0 340
4 10.0 230 23 0.96 9.12 102.0 372
5 11.0 230 20 1.07 9.80 109.0 430
6 12.0 230 20 1.23 11.34 129.0 504
4 14 460 29 0.79 7.08 78.4 296
5 16 460 25 0.89 8.00 90.0 340
6 17 460 22 1.02 9.18 101.4 378
4/12 7 18 460 20 1.10 10.00 110.0 454
8 20 460 18 1.23 11.1 124.8 480
10 22 460 17 1.32 14.9 131.6 600

12 26 460 16 1.8 16.3 180.0 720
18 ** Voltages taken with Rectox type voltmeter.
ENERGY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE

SEQUENCE FILTER AND THE DIRECTIONAL UNIT
(All Burdens at 60 Hertz)
The current burden of the relay with positive sequence currents applied (no output current to the directional unit) is as follows:
Continuous One Second Watts Volt-Amp Power Factor

Phase Rating-Amps Rating-Amps at 5 Amps at 5 Amps Angle
A 10 150 5.4 7.5 44° Lag
B 10 150 5.5 5.5 0°
C 10 150 .35 1.28 74° Lag
The current burden of the relay with Zero sequence currents applied is as follows:
Watts Volt Amps Power

Phase At 5 Amps At 5 Amps Factor Angle
A 4.66 5.5 32°
B 4.92 5.0 10°
C 3.30 3.7 27°
The voltage burden of the relay with positive sequence voltage applied (no output voltage to the directional unit) is as follows:
Pot. Transf. Volt- Power

Across Phase Volts Watts Amps Factor Angle
Burden values on three star connected potential transformers. Values at the star Voltage of 66.4 volts (115 volts delta):
A 115 0 26.8 90° Lag
B 115 0.2 0.3 48° Lag
C 115 23.2 27.0 30° Lag
Burden values on two open-delta potential transformers. Values at 115 volts:

AB 115 -23.2 46.5 120° Lag
BC 115 46.6 46.6 0°
BC 115 10 .48 58° Lag

CA 115 23.2 46.5 60° Lag
CA 115 23.2 46.6 60° Lag

AB 115 0.50 0.5 22° Lag
Burden values on three delta connected potential transformers. Values at 115 volts:
CA 115 15.4 31.0 60°
AB 115 -7.8 15.6 120° Lag

Lag
BC 115 15.6 15.6 0°
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E NE RG Y RE Q UI RE M E NT S
INSTANTANEOUS OVERCURRENT UNIT OPERATING CURRENT CIRCUIT - 60 HERTZ
AMPERE VA AT TAP VA AT 5
TAP P.F. ANGLE Ø P.F. ANGEL Ø
RANGE VALUE †† AMPS ††
.5 .37 39 24 46
.75 .38 36 13 37
1 .39 35 8.5 34
.5-2
1.25 .41 34 6.0 32
1.5 .43 32 4.6 31
2 .45 30 2.9 28
1 .41 36 9.0 36
1.5 .44 32 5.0 32
2 .47 30 3.0 29
1-4
2.5 .50 28 2.1 27
3 .53 26 1.5 26
4 .59 24 0.93 24
2 1.1 49 6.5 48
3 1.2 43 3.3 42
4 1.3 38 2.1 37
2-8
5 1.4 35 1.4 35
6 1.5 33 1.1 33
8 1.8 29 0.7 29
4 1.5 51 2.4 51
6 1.7 45 1.2 45
8 1.8 40 0.7 40
4.16
9 1.9 38 0.6 38
12 2.2 34 0.37 34
16 2.5 30 0.24 31
10 1.7 28 0.43 28
15 2.4 21 0.27 21
20 3.1 16 0.20 17
10-40
24 3.6 15 0.15 15
30 4.2 12 0.11 13
40 4.9 11 0.08 12
20 6.6 31 0.40 31
30 9.3 24 0.25 24
40 12 20 0.18 20
20-80
48 13.5 18 0.14 18
60 15.9 16 0.10 16
80 19.2 15 0.07 15
CONTNUOUS RATING ONE SECOND RATING

RANGE (AMPERES) † (AMPERES)
.5-2 5 100
1-4 8 140
2-8 8 140
4-16 10 200
10-40 10 200
20-80 10 200
20
Sub 3
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Figure 15.Typical Time Curve of the Time Overcurrent Unit of the Short Time (2) Relay
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Sub 2
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Figure 16.Typical Time Curve of the Time Overcurrent Unit of the Long Time (5) Relay
22
Sub 2
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Figure 17.Typical Time Curve of the Time Overcurrent Unit of the Definite Time (6) Relay
23
Sub 2
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Figure 18.Typical Time Curve of the Time Overcurrent Unit of the Moderately Inverse (7) Relay
24
Sub 2
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Figure 19.Typical Time Curve of the Time Overcurrent Unit of the Inverse (8) Relay
25
Sub 2
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Figure 20.Typical Time Curve of the Time Overcurrent Unit of the Very Inverse (9) Relay
26
Sub 2
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Figure 21.Typical Time Curve of the Time Overcurrent Unit of the Extremely Inverse (11) Relay
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2

Across the secondary is connected a non-linear Time Characteristics Designation

resistor known as a varistor. The effect of the varistor Short Time 2

The front spring, in addition to holding the target, pro-

3.2. Trip Circuit

dc resistance: 1165 ohms for CS-1

moisture, excessive vibration and heat. Mount the

! CAUTION relay vertically by means of the rear mounting stud or

Figure 1 1 .External Schematic of IRQ Relay

6.0 ADJUSTMENT AND MAINTENANCE 6.3. Directional Unit (D)

The proper adjustments to insure correct operation of 6.3.1. Contact Gap

for l = 6.93 amps I A2 = 4 ∠– 90° amps

6.3.3. Spurious Torque

6.3.4. Apply 120 volts balance 3φ voltage, 60

Figure 13. Typical Time Curve of the Instantaneous Overcurrent Unit

6.13. Time Overcurrent Unit (CO)

Spurious Torque in Contact Opening Left (Front-View) Plug Screwed Out

ONE VOLT AMPERES **

0.5 2.7 88 69 3.92 20.6 103 270

0.6 3.1 88 68 3.96 20.7 106 288

0.8 3.7 88 67 3.96 21 114 325

0.5/2.5 1.0 4.1 88 66 4.07 21.4 122 360

1.5 5.7 88 62 4.19 23.2 147 462

2.0 6.8 88 60 4.30 24.9 168 548

2.5 7.7 88 58 4.37 26.2 180 630

2 8 230 67 3.88 21 110 308

2.5 8.8 230 66 3.90 21.6 118 342

3 9.7 230 64 3.93 22.1 126 381

2/6 3.5 10.4 230 63 4.09 23.1 136 417

4 11.2 230 62 4.12 23.5 144 448

5 12.5 230 59 4.20 24.8 162 540

6 13.7 230 57 4.38 26.5 183 624

4 16 460 65 4.00 22.4 126 376

5 18.8 460 63 4.15 23.7 143 450

6 19.3 460 61 4.32 25.3 162 531

4/12 7 20.8 460 59 4.35 26.4 183 611

8 22.5 460 56 4.40 27.8 204 699

10 25 460 53 4.60 30.1 247 880

12 28 460 47 4.92 35.6 288 1056

0.5 2.7 88 68 3.88 207 103 278

0.6 3.1 88 67 3.93 20.9 107 288

0.8 3.7 88 66 3.93 21.1 114 320

0.5/2.5 1.0 4.1 88 64 4.00 21.6 122 356

1.5 5.7 88 61 4.08 22.9 148 459

2.0 6.8 88 58 4.24 24.8 174 552

2.5 7.7 88 56 4.38 25.9 185 640

2 8 230 66 4.06 21.3 111 306

2.5 8.8 230 63 4.07 21.8 120 342

3 9.7 230 63 4.14 22.5 129 366

2/6 3.5 10.4 230 62 4.34 23.4 141 413

4 11.2 230 61 4.34 23.8 149 448

5 12.5 230 59 4.40 25.2 163 530

6 13.7 230 58 4.62 27 183 624

4 16 460 64 4.24 22.8 129 392

5 18.8 460 61 4.30 24.2 149 460

6 19.3 460 60 4.62 25.9 168 540

4/12 7 20.8 460 58 4.69 27.3 187 626

8 22.5 460 55 4.80 29.8 211 688